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Annual Saugeen River 2014 Fall Steelhead Trout Derby

The Ontario Steelheaders Annual Fall Steelhead Derby on the Saugeen River is coming soon and we welcome all members and non-members to come enjoy a day of fun with family and friends for a friendly competition of who can land the biggest steelhead trout of the day.

After the derby ends, dinner is served at the Rod Jones Pavilion, where we have draw-prizes, raffles, merchandise, club updates, guest speakers, derby prizes and biggest steelhead trout trophies are awarded.

New Derby Rules

We have a couple new rules this year:

  1. Last Call: A new rule is forth coming to our future derby’s – we are going to sound off an air horn 1.5 hours to the weight in deadline and a final long horn blast for the 10 minute warning for the final derby weigh-in. Hopefully this will eliminate any future problems with people having different times on the watches, etc.
  2. Weight: As well every person that weights a fish in will have the opportunity to weigh their fish 3 times, with the scale provided by the Steelheaders. No other scales will be excepted.

Details

Date

Fall Derby: October 18 2014

Time

Derby: 7:00AM – 5:00PM
Dinner served at 5:30PM
Raffle & ceremony at 6:00PM

Entry Fee

Price: $10 donation
*Price subject to change.
**You do not need to be a club member to enter the derby. Anyone is welcome.

Questions & Donations

Submit questions and prize donations to derby director, Scott Redin.

Camping

Overnight amping is available at the Denny’s Dam Park located on the Saugeen River. Members and non-members are invited to camp with tent, travel trailer or RV for the event. For more information, see the park page.

Map & Directions

The Saugeen River derby is held at Denny’s Dam Park on the Saugeen River near Southampton Ontario.

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2014 Annual Spring Steelhead Derby

Winners Announced

Thanks to everyone for participating up despite the poor weather. Once again, the derby was a success. See you at the Fall Derby!

  • 1st – Kevin Diep (10.3 lbs)
  • 2nd – Ron Diep (9.1 lbs)
  • 3rd – Charlie Crosby (8.6 lbs)
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The Ontario Steelheaders Annual Spring Steelhead Derby on the Saugeen River is coming soon and we welcome all members and non-members to come enjoy a day of fun with family and friends for a friendly competition of who can land the biggest steelhead trout of the day.

After the derby ends, dinner is served at the Rod Jones Pavilion, where we have draw-prizes, raffles, merchandise, club updates, guest speakers, derby prizes and biggest steelhead trout trophies are awarded.

New Derby Rules

We have a couple new rules this year:

  1. Last Call: A new rule is forth coming to our future derby’s – we are going to sound off an air horn 1.5 hours to the weight in deadline and a final long horn blast for the 10 minute warning for the final derby weigh-in. Hopefully this will eliminate any future problems with people having different times on the watches, etc.
  2. Weight: As well every person that weights a fish in will have the opportunity to weigh their fish 3 times, with the scale provided by the Steelheaders. No other scales will be excepted.

Details

Date

Spring Derby: May 3 2014

Time

Derby: 7AM – 5PM
Dinner served at 5:30PM
Raffle & ceremony at 6PM

Entry Fee

Price: $10 donation
*Price subject to change.

Questions & Donations

Submit questions and prize donations to derby director, Scott Redin.

Camping

Overnight amping is available at the Denny’s Dam Park located on the Saugeen River. Members and non-members are invited to camp with tent, travel trailer or RV for the event. For more information, see the park page.

Map & Directions

The Saugeen River derby is held at Denny’s Dam Park on the Saugeen River near Southampton Ontario.

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2013 Annual Fall Steelhead Derby

Owen Lee - Spring 2012 Derby Winner
Owen Lee – Spring 2012 Derby Winner

This coming weekend, Saturday October 19, 2013, the Ontario Steelheaders is hosting the annual fall steelhead trout derby at the Denny’s Dam Park. Please join us for a great day of fishing, social event for members, families and friends who love to catch steelhead trout. Prizes are awarded for largest steelhead rainbow trout, important information updates and a cozy campfire afterwards. It is sure to be a fun day fishing with family and friends.

Derby Details

Cost: $10 per adult (juniors are free)
Derby Start Time: 7AM
Derby End Time: 5PM
Prizes are awarded for:
  • Largest Steelhead Trout (1st, 2nd and 3rd places)
  • Juniors (Under age 16)
  • Live Trout Release (Derby directory authenticates length, girth and weight)

After the Derby

A huge feast is served at the Rod Jones Pavilion in Denny’s Dam Park with a ceremony, prizes, raffle and more. Overnight camping and day use at Denny’s Dam Park is available for participants and their families. Membership applications are also accepted at the ceremonies. Consider supporting the Ontario Steelheaders by grabbing some merchandise like t-shirts, hats, jackets and more. They make great gifts for family, friends and even yourself.

Here is what you can expect after the derby comes to a close at 5PM:
  • Large Potluck Dinner
  • Awards
  • Club Updates
  • Guest Speakers
  • Raffle Draw Prizes
  • Winner Ceremony
  • Prize Awards To Top Placing Entrants
  • Campfire and Overnight Camping

More Information

If you need more information, check out the Denny’s Dam Park page for directions, map and other camping and parking information. You can also contact Scott Redin, if you would like to donate raffle prizes or need more detailed information.

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2013 Chantry Chinook Classic Salmon Derby

The Lake Huron Fishing Club has organized the 30th annual Chantry Chinook Classic salmon fishing tournament derby starts July 27, 2013. The tournament last 16 days and will come to a close on August 11, 2013.

Prizes: Fishing and catching the top chinook salmon will bring a $14,000 cash top prize into your pocket. Top rainbow trout will fetch $6,000 cash. Many other prizes are up for grabs too. And don’t forget to snag a ticket for the boat package give-away worth $8.500. Closing ceremonies will take place Aug. 11.

Activities will be continuously going on such as special events, including ladies’ days, seniors’ day, kids day and a fish fry.

The playing field is in Lake Huron, stretching from Port Albert to Stokes Bay.
See Tournament Boundary Map

Please consider getting out and participating in Bruce County’s longest-running annual event!

For prize details, event information and contest rules, see www.chantrychinook.com, where derby tickets are available for purchase.

Chantry Chinook Classic Salmon Derby
Chantry Chinook Classic
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Ontario Steelheaders 2013 Annual Spring Steelhead Derby Report

Hi fellow Steelheaders. Another successful derby! It was the best weather for a derby in a long time, sunny and warm all day. We had about 8 fish weighted in. I have to say it was a great derby for me, everybody was a huge help getting things organized for this event.

Well the winning fish came in at 4:58. With 3 casts, Scott Kidwell landed the big fish (8.1lbs) and ran all the way back to get it weighed. Nice fish Scott.

The placing’s for the derby were:

  • 1st Scott Kidwell – 8.1
  • 2nd Brandon McConkey – 7.2
  • 3rd Dio McConkey – 6.8
  • *and Dio also had the C-R with 31″ long.

The junior division went to Cory Munro 4.6lbs. He is the holder for Spring & Fall derbies. Come on kids let’s get him in the fall. Ha Ha!

With 81 seniors & 8 Jr., it was a great mix of people and everybody had fun. Even if it was your first time fishing bows. Everyone put in a great effort.

Well folks it was great working with all of you and I had a great time hosting the events. I would like to say a special thanks to Hammonds (Guelph) Angling outfitters (Woodstock) – Ron Plaskett (Port Elgin), Ken Heath for all your support with prizes and donations. Also a big thank- you goes out to Dar, Mike, Kirk, Brian, Pam, Pete, Cory, and Bill. Thanks guys. And one more thing …Take the turnip!

Thanks again,
Dave

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2012 Annual Fall Steelhead Derby Results

Brian Hambley, Laurien Godin & Will Stewardson, Winners of Fall Derby 2012


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First- Will Stewardson – 8.4lb
Second- Brian Hambly – 7.8lb
Third- Laurien Godin – 7.6lb

Catch and release went to Brian Watson – 28.5″ & Junior division goes to Cory Munro with 4.6lb.

Chairman’s address:
Well folks, we had another successful derby for all those who braved the wind and rain. I would like to thank you all again. We had 84 entries (80 adults and 4 juniors) for this event. The leaders are as follows –

Congratulations go out to all this year’s winners. Don’t forget we are all winners, good day of fishing, chatting with new and old friends and an excellent meal… What could be better I ask you!?

The Ontario Steelheaders would like to thank all those who donated prizes and time for our events:

fall2012derby-01Barry Westall – RedWing Tackle, Hammond Power Solutions, Joslin – Angling Outfitters, Ernie Jantzen – Rodman Custom Rods, Rob Marquette – Frogwater Reels , John Gratton – St Croix, and anyone else who we forgot. I would like to send a special Thanks to Mike, Dave and Brian for all the set-up and cooking. Without these people you wouldn’t have been fed; and to Dar and Lori for handling the crowd for tickets, well done Ladies! Thank you all for your continued support, it means a lot to us!

Dave Munro
Social Events Director

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Ontario Steelheaders 2012 Annual Spring Steelhead Derby

Please join us Saturday May 5th at Denny’s Conservation Area (Denny’s Park) for our annual Spring Steelhead Derby.


Cash Prizes+++Food+++Draw Prizes +++Trophies+++ General Assembly+++Memberships+++

Entry fee: $10.00 adults — $7.00 junior
Weigh-in deadline: 5:00 PM
Everyone Welcome!
*Please observe all Ontario Fishing Regulations

 

Chairman’s Address:


Hello, fellow fisher-people! … Well folks it’s time again to get the rod dusted off and put it to use for the Derby. Hopefully you all can come out to play. The fall derby was absolutely amazing! With the turn out we had 101 people register to participate. The weather was crappy indeed and yet you still came out to support the cause. Thank you!


The derby placements were :

1st  --  Chris W. -- 9.5 lbs
2nd  --  Laurien  --  8.1 lbs
3rd --  Lorenzo  --  8.0 lbs
Junior --  Kyle  --  1.6 lbs
C&R Award  --  Dio  --  22 in.

We all had a great time and hope to get a repeat in May. So come out and join us for a good time, don’t forget to BRING THE FAMILY!

Anyone wishing to donate prizes to the DERBY please see Dave or Dar Munro at Denny’s Park, or call at home 519-651-8109. All Prizes Welcome!


Bring the kids!! Join us for a fun day on the river. Take in the sights and sounds of the Saugeen River and join us for dinner and a get together afterwards. Registration is available at Denny’s Park. Look for the signs..!! Dinner will be served at the Rod Jones Pavilion, where we will have draw prizes, merchandise, club updates, and the derby prizes and trophies will be awarded. Please join us for a great day of socializing with members, important information updates and a cozy campfire afterwards. Overnight camping and day use at Denny’s Park is available for derby participants and their families. Membership applications are also taken at the ceremonies.

Dave Munro
Social Events Director
Ontario Steelheaders
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Ontario Steelheaders 2011 Annual Fall Steelhead Derby

Please join us on Saturday Oct 15th 2011 at Denny’s Conservation Area (Denny’s Park) for our annual Fall Steelhead Derby & River Appreciation Day.

  Cash Prizes +++ Great Food+++ Draw Prizes +++ Trophies+++Camping+++General Assembly   Chairman’s address: “Hi everyone! I would like a chance to thank all the people that showed up for the Spring Derby. A lot of fish were caught, and a good time had by all.   A really Big Thanks goes out to all that helped out with the planning of the meal, I wouldn’t have been able to do it without your help. Great job, let’s do it again!   Another thanks goes to the shops and people that donated prizes for the derby, the list is long and thanks for your support. A special THANKS to Hammond Power Solutions of Guelph for their hefty cash donation of $1500 to the club. Way to go Bill Hammond! Hope to see you all at the Fall Derby, Oct.15. Come on out, bring the kids and have a great day with some new friends. “     Dave Munro. Social Events Director     Anyone wishing to donate prizes to the DERBY please see Dave or Dar Munro at Denny’s Park, or call at home 519-651-8109. All Prizes Welcome!     Bring the kids!! Join us for a fun day on the river. Take in the sights and sounds of the Saugeen River and join us for dinner and a get together afterwards. Registration is available at Denny‟s Park. Look for the signs..!! Dinner will be served at the Rod Jones Pavilion, where we will have draw prizes, merchandise, club updates, and the derby prizes and trophies will be awarded. Please join us for a great day of socializing with members, important information updates and a cozy campfire afterwards. Overnight camping and day use at Denny‟s Park is available for appreciation day participants and their families. Membership applications are also taken at the ceremonies.     Entry fee: $10.00 adults — $7.00 junior Weigh-in deadline: 5:00 PM Everyone Welcome! Please observe all Ontario Fishing Regulations